Kirk R Daffner, MD

Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology

Kirk R Daffner is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Boston, MA with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(617) 732-8060Boston, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Kirk R Daffner, MD practices as part of a group neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Boston, MA. A Harvard Medical School graduate since 1984, he brings 42+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and Alzheimer's/dementia.

1 of 390 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in MASee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Boston42+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 6894dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

221 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115-5804

Fax: (617) 738-9122
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Medicare Patients

105

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

33

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

159

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $9k

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Alzheimer's / Dementia.

High Cholesterol
73%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Hypertension
67%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

Alzheimer's / Dementia
53%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Arthritis
41%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Anxiety Disorders
41%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Mood Disorders
40%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
35%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

Osteoporosis
26%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1984

    Harvard Medical School

  2. 42 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.

Taxonomy: 2084N0400X

Education & Training

Harvard Medical School (Class of 1984)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 9142 Mass. General Physician Organization, Charlestown, MA 02129-9142

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Kirk R Daffner

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Kirk R Daffner for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, cognitive care — no travel to Boston required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kirk R Daffner

Dr. Daffner is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 732-8060.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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